Catfish!: Re-Imagine Seafood with Delicious and Unique Catfish Recipes [2 ed.] 9798372005679

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Table of Contents How to Bake Catfish 7 How to Fry Catfish 10 Catfish Monday’s 11 Herbed Black Catfish 12 Simple Lake Charles Catfish 13 Catfish Fingers with Spicy Tartar 16 Alternative Catfish Nuggets 17 Catfish Appalachian 18 Southern Lunch 19 Garden Herbed Catfish 22 Easy Texas Style Catfish 23 Popcorn Catfish with Cocktail Sauce 24 Maggie Valley Catfish with Homemade Tartar Sauce 25 Easy Homemade Blackened Fish 28 Cajun Catfish Burgers 29 Thursday’s Apricots and Catfish 30 House Special Catfish Platter 31 Nutty Basil Catfish 34

Chicago Style Pecan Salsa Catfish 35 Catfish Cookout 37 Hubby’s Favorite Catfish 38 35-Minute Jambalaya 39 Fruity Parmesan Catfish 40 Full Georgia Nuggets 41 3-Ingredient Catfish for 2 44 Mediterrean Citrus and Capers Catfish 45 Southeast Asian Style Catfish 46 Hibachi Style Catfish 47 Hungarian Catfish Delight 48 Summer Festival Buttered Catfish 49 Spicy Toasted Pine Nut Catfish 50 Winnie’s Simple Parmesan Catfish 51 True Dijon Catfish 54 Kathy’s Kitchen Catfish 55 Montana Food Truck Tacos 56 Beale Street Catfish with Creole Aioli 57 Cast Iron Catfish 58

Oven Fried Catfish 59 Catfish Saturdays 60 Thibedeoux Chowder 61 A Baton Rouge Fish Fry 64 Flame Broiled Catfish at Home 65 Roasted Nutty Dijon Catfish 66 Jamaican Catfish 67 Creole Seasoning 68

How to Bake

Prep Time: 15 mins

Catfish

Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 312.1 Fat 19.9g Cholesterol 135.4mg Sodium 578.3mg Carbohydrates 5.2g Protein 26.5g

Ingredients 2/3 C. grated parmesan cheese 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1 tsp paprika

1 egg, beaten 1/4 C. milk 5 -6 catfish fillets 1/4 C. butter, melted

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 350 F. Get a mixing bowl: Stir the cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the egg with the milk. Coat the fish fillets with the eggs mixture. Roll them in the flour mix. Lay the fish fillets on a greased baking tray. Pour the melted butter over them. Place the fish pan in the oven. Let them cook for 4 to 6 min until they become golden. Serve your fish fillets warm. Enjoy.

How to Bake Catfish

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HOW TO FRY

Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 21 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 210.4 Fat 7.3g Cholesterol 62.3mg Sodium 988.7mg Carbohydrates 15.9g Protein 19.0g

Ingredients 3/4 C. yellow cornmeal 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground red pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder

6 (4 oz.) farm-raised catfish fillets 1/4 tsp salt vegetable oil

Directions 1. Get a shallow mixing bowl: Stir the cornmeal with flour, salt, red pepper and garlic powder. 2. Season the fish fillets with salt. Dust them with the flour mixture. 3. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it about 1 1/2 inch of oil. 4. Lay in it the fish fillets and cook for 6 to 7 min on each side until they become golden brown. 5. Drain the fish fillets and place them on paper towels. Serve them with your favorite toppings. 6. Enjoy.

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How to Fry Catfish

Catfish

Monday’s

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 472.7 Fat 40.4g Cholesterol 168.7mg Sodium 1131.4mg Carbohydrates 2.5g Protein 25.1g

Ingredients 2 tbsp paprika 2 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp lemon pepper 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 1/2 tsp ground pepper 1 1/2 tsp dried basil

1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp thyme 6 catfish fillets 1 C. unsalted butter, melted

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, lemon pepper, onion powder, basil and thyme. 2. Gently coat the fish fillets with melted butter. Roll them in the spice mixture. 3. Place a pan over medium high heat. Heat it for 8 min. 4. Place in it 2 or 3 fish fillets. Pour 1 tbsp of butter on each fillet. Cook them for 1 to 2 min on each side. 5. Repeat the process with the remaining fish fillets. Serve them hot. 6. Enjoy.

Catfish Monday’s

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HERBED

Black Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 173.4 Fat 7.3g Cholesterol 63.5mg Sodium 121.5mg Carbohydrates 7.3g Protein 18.5g

Ingredients Pam cooking spray 1/4 C. low-fat milk 1 clove garlic, pressed 1/4 C. cornmeal 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp lemon pepper 2 -4 tsp creole seasoning 4 (4 oz.) catfish fillets 1/2 tsp paprika

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 400 F. Grease a baking sheet with a cooking spray and place it aside. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Stir the milk with garlic. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the cornmeal, thyme, basil, lemon pepper, and Cajun seasoning. 4. Place the fish fillets in the milk mixture and let them sit for 1 min. 5. Drain them and coat them with the cornmeal mixture. Lay them on the greased tray. 6. Sprinkle over them paprika, a pinch of salt and pepper. Grease them with a cooking spray. 7. Place the fish tray in the oven. Let them cook for 22 to 32 min. Serve them hot. 8. Enjoy.

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Herbed Black Catfish

Simple

Lake Charles Catfish

Prep Time: 12 mins Total Time: 34 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 149.1 Fat 6.7g Cholesterol 62.2mg Sodium 170.7mg Carbohydrates 0.6g Protein 20.2g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish fillet 1 C. seasoned fish coating 1/2 C. egg substitute Emeril's Original Essence (or Cajun seasoning) salt

black pepper lemon wedge

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 450 F. In a bowl, mix the egg substitute, some essence or Cajun spice, salt and pepper In a separate bowl mix fish coating, and some essence together Rinse the fillet and squeeze lemon on it Dip the fillet in the coating mixture followed by the egg substitute then again in the coating mixture 6. Place the filet on a baking sheet and put in the oven for about 15 minutes until fillet starts to brown 7. Flip the fish and leave for another 7 minutes until fillet is crispy and brown. 8. Remove, let cool and Enjoy

Simple Lake Charles Catfish

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CATFISH FINGERS

with Spicy Tartar

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 8852.4 Fat 932.3g Cholesterol 279.2mg Sodium 3594.6mg Carbohydrates 99.1g Protein 53.6g

Ingredients Catfish 1 large egg 2 tbsp hot sauce 1 1/4 lbs. catfish fillets, cut diagonally into strips 8 C. canola oil 1/2 C. flour 1/2 C. yellow cornmeal 1 tsp salt 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning Tartar

1 C. mayonnaise 1/2 C. sweet pickle relish 2 tbsp capers, rinsed, drained and chopped 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp prepared horseradish 2 tsp hot sauce 2 tsp Cajun seasoning lemon wedge

Directions 1. To prepare the fish fillets: 2. Season the fish fillets with some salt and pepper. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the hot sauce with egg. Add to it the fish strips and coat them with it. Place them aside and let them sit for 20 min. 4. Place a heavy pot over high heat. Heat in it about 2 inches of oil. 5. Get a shallow dish: Mix the flour, cornmeal, salt and Cajun seasoning. 6. Coat the fish strips with the flour mixture. Lower some of them gently in the hot oil and cook them until they become golden. 7. Drain the fish strips and repeat the process with the remaining fish by cooking it in batches. 8. To prepare the tartar dressing: 9. Get a mixing bowl and mix all the ingredients. 10. Serve your fried fish strips warm with the tartar sauce. Enjoy. 16

Catfish Fingers with Spicy Tartar

Alternative

Catfish Nuggets

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 247.6 Fat 8.2g Cholesterol 62.4mg Sodium 322.7mg Carbohydrates 19.9g Protein 21.8g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish nuggets garlic pepper seasoning 1 egg white, beaten 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 C. breadcrumbs 1 tbsp chopped dill

1 tbsp chopped basil 1/2 tsp oregano leaves salt

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 400 F. Grease a baking tray and place it aside. 2. Sprinkle some garlic pepper seasoning all the over the fish nuggets. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the egg white and lemon juice. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Stir the breadcrumbs, dill, basil and oregano. 5. Dip the nuggets in the egg mixture then coat them with the breadcrumbs mix. 6. Lay them on the greased tray. Place it in the oven and let them cook for 13 to 16 min. 7. Serve your catfish nuggets warm with your favorite dipping sauce. 8. Enjoy.

Alternative Catfish Nuggets

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CATFISH

Appalachian

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 422.9 Fat 30.6g Cholesterol 122.6mg Sodium 1676.5mg Carbohydrates 5.6g Protein 31.8g

Ingredients 4 catfish fillets 1 (10 oz.) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 3/4 C. feta cheese, crumbled 1 tbsp oregano 2 green onions, chopped

3 tbsp butter, melted 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp salt 2 tsp pepper

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 350 F. 2. Coat a baking tray with some olive oil. Lay in it the fish fillets. Season them with 1 tsp of salt and 1 tsp of pepper. 3. Get a mixing bowl and combine in it the spinach, feta cheese, oregano, butter, green onions, and remaining salt and pepper. 4. Spoon the mixture over the fish fillets. Place the pan in the oven and let it cook for 16 to 21 min. 5. Enjoy.

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Catfish Appalachian

Southern

Lunch (Buttermilk Catfish Bites)

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 426.5 Fat 9.8g Cholesterol 91.0mg Sodium 231.7mg Carbohydrates 61.0g Protein 24.2g

Ingredients 1 -2 lb. catfish nuggets 1 egg 2 C. buttermilk 3 C. cornmeal

salt and pepper oil

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the egg with buttermilk. Get another mixing bowl and combine the cornmeal with spices. Coat the catfish nuggets with the milk mixture then roll them in the cornmeal mix. Place a pan over high heat. Fill half of it with oil and heat it. Cook in it the catfish nuggets for 2 to 4 min until they become golden brown. Drain the catfish nuggets then serve them with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy.

Southern Lunch

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GARDEN

Herbed Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 503.6 Fat 36.8g Cholesterol 159.4mg Sodium 1233.1mg Carbohydrates 10.9g Protein 31.3g

Ingredients 8 skinned catfish fillets 1 C. breadcrumbs 1 C. grated parmesan cheese 3/4 C. chopped parsley 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/4 tsp dried basil 1 tsp paprika

2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 lb. butter, melted lemon wedge parsley sprig

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 375 F. Grease a baking pan and place it aside. 2. Use some paper towels to dry the fish fillets. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Stir the breadcrumbs with parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, basil, paprika, salt and pepper. 4. Coat the fish fillets with melted butter. Roll them in the breadcrumbs mixture. 5. Lay them in the greased baking pan. Cook them in the oven for 22 to 32 min. Serve them warm. 6. Enjoy.

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Garden Herbed Catfish

Easy

Texas Style Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 246.0 Fat 13.7g Cholesterol 79.9mg Sodium 1274.3mg Carbohydrates 2.9g Protein 27.1g

Ingredients 3 tsp paprika 3 tsp chili powder 1 -1 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 -1 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp salt 4 (6 oz.) catfish fillets

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the grill and grease it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the paprika with chili powder, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, garlic powder and sat. 3. Gently rub the fish fillets with the spice mixture. Place them over the grill and cook them for 4 to 5 min on each side. 4. Serve your grilled fish fillets warm with your favorite toppings. 5. Enjoy.

Easy Texas Style Catfish

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POPCORN CATFISH

with Cocktail Sauce

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 52.3 Fat 2.8g Cholesterol 14.1mg Sodium 75.5mg Carbohydrates 3.2g Protein 3.2g

Ingredients 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning 2/3 C. all-purpose flour 1 large egg 1/4 C. milk 1 3/4 lbs. catfish fillets, cut in pieces 1 1/2 C. Japanese-style breadcrumbs

3/4 C. mayonnaise 1/4 C. spicy seafood cocktail sauce 2 tsp lemon juice 1/4 tsp ground red pepper 1/2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

To prepare the fish fillets: Get a mixing bowl: Mix the salt, Cajun seasoning and flour. Get another mixing bowl: Mix the milk with eggs. Dust the fish fillets with flour mix, submerge it in the milk mix then roll them in the breadcrumbs. 5. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it about 1 inch of oil. 6. Cook in it the fish fillets for 2 to 4 min on each side. 7. To prepare the cocktail sauce: 8. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the mayo with cocktail sauce, lemon juice, red pepper and Old Bay seasoning. 9. Serve your fish fries warm with the cocktail sauce. 10. Enjoy.

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Popcorn Catfish with Cocktail Sauce

Maggie

Valley Catfish with Homemade Tartar Sauce

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 327.9 Fat 17.0g Cholesterol 67.5mg Sodium 395.6mg Carbohydrates 23.6g Protein 22.2g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish fillet, cut into 4 portions 1 C. milk 1/4 C. tangy tartar sauce 1/2 C. yellow cornmeal 1/2 C. chopped parsley 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2-1 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp salt cooking spray 1 lemon, wedges Tartar 1/4 C. mayonnaise

1/4 C. plain yogurt 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp capers, chopped 1 tsp sweet pickle relish 1/2 tsp lemon, zest, grated 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 garlic clove, minced

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Mix in it the mayo with yogurt and lemon juice. 2. Place it in the fridge until ready to serve. 3. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 500 F. Grease a baking tray with a cooking spray. Lay the fish fillets in a casserole dish. Cover them with milk. Place the casserole in the fridge and let them sit for 35 min to 3 h. Get a mixing bowl: Stir in it the cornmeal, parsley, garlic and cayenne pepper. Drain the fish fillets from the milk and coat them with the cornmeal mixture. 4. Lay the fish fillet on the greased tray. Spray them lightly with a cooking spray. 5. Place it in the oven and let them cook for 11 to 16 min. 6. Serve your fish fillets right away with the tartar sauce. Enjoy.

Maggie Valley Catfish with Homemade Tartar Sauce

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EASY

Homemade Blackened Fish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 144.4 Fat 6.9g Cholesterol 62.2mg Sodium 694.4mg Carbohydrates 2.0g Protein 17.6g

Ingredients 1 lb. boneless catfish fillet 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp parsley flakes 1 tsp ground red pepper

1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp oregano 1/2 tsp thyme butter

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Get a mixing bowl and combine all the spices. Pat the mixture into the fish fillets. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat some butter or oil. Cook in it the fish fillets for 4 min on each side. Serve them right away with your favorite toppings. Enjoy.

Easy Homemade Blackened Fish

Cajun

Catfish Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 380.2 Fat 15.2g Cholesterol 81.1mg Sodium 492.9mg Carbohydrates 28.1g Protein 31.1g

Ingredients cooking spray 4 (6 oz.) catfish fillets 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning 4 hamburger buns 3 tbsp fat-free mayonnaise 1 1/2 tsp shallots, minced 1 1/4 tsp whole grain Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp lemon juice 4 lettuce leaves 4 slices tomatoes 8 tsp sweet pickle relish

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the grill and grease it. 2. Season the catfish fillets with Cajun seasoning. Cook them on the grill for 3 to 4 min on each side. 3. Place the burger buns with open side facing down. Toast them for 1 to 2 min. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the mayonnaise, shallots, mustard, and juice to make the sauce. 5. Place the bottom halves of the buns on serving plates. 6. Top them with the lettuce, fish fillet, tomato slices, 2 tsp of relish and 1 tbsp of the mayo sauce. 7. Cover them with the top buns. Serve your burgers right away. 8. Enjoy.

Cajun Catfish Burgers

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THURSDAY’S

Apricots and Catfish

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 363.5 Fat 17.3g Cholesterol 93.5mg Sodium 319.4mg Carbohydrates 25.5g Protein 27.9g

Ingredients 4 (6 oz.) catfish fillets 2 tbsp olive oil 4 slices limes, thin Rub 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp coarse salt 1/2 tsp white pepper 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp dried thyme Salsa 1 tsp Hungarian paprika 1/2 tsp ground coriander

1/2 tsp dried oregano 3/4 C. diced Turkish dried apricot 3/4 C. diced pineapple 1/3 C. diced red onion 1/4 C. diced red bell pepper 2 medium shiitake mushrooms, diced 1/4 C. chopped cilantro 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced 2 -3 tbsp lime juice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Before you do anything, preheat the grill and grease it. Get a mixing bowl: Stir in it all the apricot sauce ingredients. Place it in the fridge. Get a jar: Place in all the spice fish rub ingredients. Shake them well to mix them. Coat the fish fillets with oil then rub them with the fish rub mix. Lay the fish fillets on the grill and cook them for 5 to 7 min on each side. Place the grilled fillet over serving plates. Top them with the apricot salsa then serve them right away. Enjoy.

Thursday’s Apricots and Catfish

House Special

Catfish Platter

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 32 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 380.2 Fat 15.2g Cholesterol 81.1mg Sodium 492.9mg Carbohydrates 28.1g Protein 31.1g

Ingredients 1/4 C. chopped sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (6 oz.) catfish fillets

salt and pepper 1 (10 oz.) packages spinach, cleaned

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it 2 tbsp of oil. Cook in it the garlic for 1 min. Season the fish fillets with some salt and pepper. Place them in the pan. Put on the lid and let them cook for 9 min. Once the time is up, stir the sundried tomato with spinach into the pan. Put on the lid and let them cook for 2 min. Spoon the spinach into serving plates. Lay over it the fish fillets. Drizzle the juices from the pan on top then serve them hot. Enjoy.

House Special Catfish Platter

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NUTTY

Basil Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 18 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 769.2 Fat 54.0g Cholesterol 208.6mg Sodium 1106.5mg Carbohydrates 32.2g Protein 41.2g

Ingredients 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground pepper 1/2 tsp dried basil 1 egg 1 tbsp water 2 tbsp powdered milk

3/4 C. cashews, chopped 3/4 lb. catfish fillet 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Stir in it the flour with basil, salt and pepper. 2. Get another mixing bowl: Mix the water with instant milk and water. 3. Dust the fish fillets with flour then submerge them in the milk mixture and roll them in the chopped cashews. 4. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it the oil with butter. Cook in it the fish fillets for 3 to 4 min on each side. 5. Serve your crusted fillet warm with your favorite toppings. 6. Enjoy.

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Nutty Basil Catfish

Chicago Style

Pecan Salsa Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 495.1 Fat 35.4g Cholesterol 137.4mg Sodium 542.6mg Carbohydrates 16.3g Protein 28.2g

Ingredients 8 catfish fillets 1 C. milk 3/4 C. pecans, chopped 1/4 C. butter, melted 1/2 C. green onion, chopped 1 C. all-purpose flour 1 tsp paprika 3/4 tsp salt 1/3 tsp garlic powder 1/3 tsp onion powder

1/3 tsp ground red pepper 1/4 tsp white pepper 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp dried thyme 1/4 tsp dried oregano 1/2 C. butter, divided 1/4 C. lime juice

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 400 F. 2. Place the catfish fillets in a casserole dish. Pour over them the milk and let them sit for at least 1 h. 3. Place a pan over medium heat. Stir in it the pecans with 1/4 C. of butter. Cook them for 6 min. 4. Stir in the green onions and cook them for 3 min. Place the pecan pan aside to cool down. 5. Get a shallow mixing bowl: Mix the flour, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ground red pepper, ground white pepper, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried oregano. 6. Drain the fish fillet from the milk and coat them with the flour mix. 7. Place a large pan over low high heat. Heat in it 1/4 C. of butter. Cook in it 4 fish fillets for 3 to 4 min on each side. 8. Drain the fish fillets and place them aside. Repeat the process with the remaining butter and fish. Chicago Style Pecan Salsa Catfish

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9. Lay the fish fillet on a greased baking tray. Drizzle the lime juice over them followed by the pecan salsa. 10. Place the fish tray in the oven. Let them cook for 11 to 16 min. Serve them hot with some rice. 11. Enjoy.

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Catfish

Cookout

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 306.4 Fat 17.6g Cholesterol 53.2mg Sodium 102.9mg Carbohydrates 7.5g Protein 19.7g

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1/4 C. lime juice 1 C. white wine 2 tbsp dry mustard 2 tbsp chili powder

2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 C. chopped cilantro 1/2 tsp salt 1 lb. catfish fillet

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the grill and grease it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the olive oil, lime juice, wine, mustard, chili powder, pepper, cilantro and salt to make the marinade. 3. Get a shallow dish. Place in it the fish fillets and pour over them half of the marinade. Let them sit for 20 min. 4. Once the time is up, remove the fillets from the marinade and discard it. 5. Lay them over the greased grill and let them cook for 4 to 5 min on each side while basting them with the remaining half of the marinade. 6. Serve them warm with your favorite toppings. 7. Enjoy.

Catfish Cookout

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HUBBY’S

Favorite Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 487.2 Fat 23.1g Cholesterol 113.1mg Sodium 659.7mg Carbohydrates 33.6g Protein 34.5g

Ingredients 1/2 C. mayonnaise 1/4 C. buttermilk 1 tsp grated lemon rind 3 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp dried dill 2 -4 tsp minced garlic 4 large catfish fillets

1 1/2 tbsp seasoning salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 1/4 C. dry breadcrumbs

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 425 F. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the dry breadcrumbs with seasoned salt black pepper and cayenne. 3. Get another mixing bowl: Whisk the mayo, buttermilk, lemon rind, lemon juice, dill and garlic. 4. Coat the fish fillets with the mayo mixture then roll them in the breadcrumbs mixture. 5. Line up a baking sheet and coat it with a cooking spray. Lay in it the fish fillets. 6. Place the pan in the oven and cook them for 19 to 23 min. 7. Serve your crusted fish fillets warm with a salad and sauce of your choice. 8. Enjoy.

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Hubby’s Favorite Catfish

35-Minute

Jambalaya

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 350.0 Fat 27.6g Cholesterol 87.6mg Sodium 491.2mg Carbohydrates 16.1g Protein 11.7g

Ingredients 8 oz. catfish fillets 4 yellow onions, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 bell pepper, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped

1/2 C. butter 1 (10 oz.) cans Ro-Tel tomatoes 4 oz. mushrooms, sliced salt and pepper

Directions 1. Place a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in it the veggies with butter, tomato, mushrooms, salt and pepper. 2. Let them cook until they become lightly brown. Stir in the fish fillets and let them cook for 16 to 21 min. 3. Serve your catfish jambalaya warm with some rice. 4. Enjoy.

35-Minute Jambalaya

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FRUITY

Parmesan Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 349.5 Fat 12.8g Cholesterol 92.9mg Sodium 495.5mg Carbohydrates 26.3g Protein 30.4g

Ingredients 4 catfish fillets 2 tbsp apricot jam 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1/4 C. grated parmesan cheese 1 C. fine breadcrumb

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 350 F. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the cheese with mustard and jam. Coat the fish fillets with the mixture then press to them the breadcrumbs. Lay the fillets on a lined up baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 22 min. Serve your jam crusted fillets with a salad of your choice. Enjoy.

Fruity Parmesan Catfish

Full Georgia Nuggets

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 402.6 Fat 11.4g Cholesterol 155.8mg Sodium 1053.1mg Carbohydrates 49.1g Protein 26.0g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish nuggets 1 C. course cornmeal 1 C. fine cornmeal 1/2 tbsp kosher salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp dried basil 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning 2 eggs 3 tbsp buttermilk

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Rinse the catfish fillets and pat them dry. Get a shallow dish: Stir in it the spices with cornmeal. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the buttermilk with eggs. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it 1/2 inch of oil. Dust the fish fillets with the cornmeal mix, dip them in the eggs mixture then coat them again with the corn flour mixture. 6. Place the fish fillets in the hot oil and cook them until they become golden brown. Serve them warm. 7. Enjoy.

Full Georgia Nuggets

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3-INGREDIENT

Catfish for 2

Prep Time: 3 mins Total Time: 23 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 638.6 Fat 47.1g Cholesterol 124.6mg Sodium 1543.0mg Carbohydrates 17.1g Protein 35.9g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish fillet 1 C. Italian salad dressing 1/2 C. Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 425 F. Get a shallow dish: Place in it the fish fillets and pour over the dressing. Let them sit for 2 h. Drain them and coat them with breadcrumbs. Grease a baking tray with a cooking spray. Lay in it the fish fillets. Cook them in the oven for 22 to 26 min. 5. Serve your catfish fillets with your favorite side dish and dressing. 6. Enjoy.

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3-Ingredient Catfish for 2

Mediterrean Citrus

and Capers Catfish

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 13 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 176.5 Fat 9.8g Cholesterol 53.2mg Sodium 103.2mg Carbohydrates 3.5g Protein 18.0g

Ingredients 4 (1/4 lb.) skinless catfish fillet 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 grated small lemon, juice and zest 2 tbsp orange juice 2 tsp capers, rinsed

1 tsp olive oil 1 tbsp chopped oregano 1/2 seedless cucumber, sliced

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven broiler. 2. Lay the catfish fillets on a baking tray. Season them with 1/4 tsp of black pepper salt and salt. 3. Place the pan 5 inches away from the heat. Let them cook for 6 to 8 min until they are done. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the lemon zest and juice, orange juice, capers, oil, oregano, and the remaining 1/4 tsp pepper. 5. Place the fish fillets on serving plates with some rice and a side dish of your choice. 6. Drizzle the sauce on top then serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

Mediterrean Citrus and Capers Catfish

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SOUTHEAST

Asian Style Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 697.2 Fat 51.7g Cholesterol 74.7mg Sodium 1724.4mg Carbohydrates 30.8g Protein 32.0g

Ingredients

Directions

Fish 4 farm-raised catfish fillets 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tbsp curry powder 1/2 tbsp garlic powder 1/2 tbsp crushed coriander seed 2 tsp salt 1/3 C. cornmeal 1/4 C. flour Sauce 2 tsp canola oil 3 oz. diced onions 1 piece ginger, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 stalk lemongrass, sliced 5 tsp red curry paste 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 (14 oz.) cans unsweetened coconut milk 3 basil leaves 1 lime, juice 1/2 C. cashews

1. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the spices with flour, cornmeal and salt. 2. Rub the fish fillets with the spice mixture. Place them aside. 3. Place a large saucepan over medium heat. Heat in it 2 tsp of oil. 4. Cook in it the onions, ginger, garlic and lemon grass for 3 min. 5. Stir in the brown sugar, fish sauce, coconut milk, basil and lime juice. Cook them for 1 min to make the sauce. 6. Get a food processor: Pour in it 1 C. of the sauce. Blend it smooth. 7. Place a large skillet over high heat. Heat in it the remaining oil. 8. Cook in it the catfish filets for 3 to 5 min on each side. Drain them. 9. Serve your fried fish right away with the curry sauce and some rice. 10. Enjoy.

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Southeast Asian Style Catfish

Hibachi Style Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 16 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 224.2 Fat 12.0g Cholesterol 74.7mg Sodium 838.4mg Carbohydrates 1.2g Protein 26.1g

Ingredients 4 catfish fillets 3 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp squeezed lemon juice

1/4 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp liquid smoke flavoring

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven broiler. Grease a baking tray with shortening. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, and liquid woodsmoke flavoring. 3. Lay the fish fillets on the greased pan. Coat them with some of sauce. 4. Place the pan in the oven and let them cook for 5 to 7 min while brushing them every 3 min with the sauce. 5. Serve your oven smoked fish warm. 6. Enjoy.

Hibachi Style Catfish

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HUNGARIAN

Catfish Delight

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 280.4 Fat 19.0g Cholesterol 74.7mg Sodium 375.7mg Carbohydrates 1.1g Protein 25.0g

Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp paprika 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp cayenne 4 catfish fillets

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven broiler. Cover a baking sheet with a piece of foil. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the oil, paprika, oregano, salt and cayenne pepper. Lay the fish fillets on the lined up sheet. Coat them with the spice mixture. Place the pan in the oven and let them cook for 8 to 10 min. Serve them warm. Enjoy.

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Hungarian Catfish Delight

Summer Festival

Buttered Catfish

Prep Time: 8 mins Total Time: 21 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 514.9 Fat 40.0g Cholesterol 125.6mg Sodium 92.6mg Carbohydrates 10.0g Protein 28.9g

Ingredients 6 tbsp unsalted butter 4 (6 oz.) catfish fillets salt ground pepper 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1/3 C. all-purpose flour

1/2 C. pecans, halved lengthwise 1 grated lemon, zest 2 tsp lemon juice lemon wedge

Directions 1. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it 2 tbsp of butter. 2. Sprinkle some salt, pepper and cayenne all over the fish fillet. Dust them with flour. 3. Place the fillets in the skillet and let them cook for 5 to 6 min on each side. Drain them and place them aside. 4. Heat the remaining butter in the same pan. Sauté in it the pecans for 2 to 3 min. Add the lemon juice and zest with a pinch of salt. 5. Heat them for 1 min. Drizzle the sauce all over the fish fillets. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Summer Festival Buttered Catfish

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SPICY TOASTED

Pine Nut Catfish

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 13 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 505.1 Fat 35.0g Cholesterol 74.7mg Sodium 671.6mg Carbohydrates 19.5g Protein 28.5g

Ingredients 1/4 C. pine nuts 2 tbsp pine nuts 1/2 C. yellow cornmeal 1/4 C. flour 1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp ground cumin 4 catfish fillets 1/4 C. vegetable oil

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 350 F. 2. Lay the pine nuts on a baking tray. Place it in the oven and let them cook for 4 to 5 min until they become toasted. 3. Get a food processor: Grind in it 1/4 C. of the pine nuts. Place it aside. 4. Get a shallow bowl and combine in it the pine nuts, cornmeal, flour, salt, cayenne pepper and cumin. 5. Coat the fish fillets with the mixture. 6. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it the oil. Cook in it the fillets in batches for 3 to 5 min on each side. 7. Serve your catfish fillets hot. Garnish them with the remaining pine nuts. 8. Enjoy.

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Spicy Toasted Pine Nut Catfish

Winnie’s

Simple Parmesan Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 760.6 Fat 50.0g Cholesterol 180.4mg Sodium 2360.0mg Carbohydrates 43.3g Protein 34.0g

Ingredients 2 catfish fillets 1 C. Italian salad dressing 1 egg 3/4 C. breadcrumbs 3/4 parmesan cheese 1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp pepper Salt cooking spray

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 350 F. Cover a baking tray with a piece of foil. Grease it and place it aside. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the egg and Italian dressing. Get a shallow fish: Mix in it the breadcrumbs, cheese, pepper, garlic powder and a pinch of salt. Submerge the catfish fillets in the dressing mixture then roll them in the breadcrumbs mix. Place them on the lined up pan. Pour over it the remaining dressing mix followed by the rest of the breadcrumbs mix. Place the pan in the oven and let them cook for 46 min. Serve them hot. Enjoy.

Winnie’s Simple Parmesan Catfish

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TRUE DIJON

Catfish

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 184.9 Fat 10.2g Cholesterol 69.9mg Sodium 275.9mg Carbohydrates 3.4g Protein 18.5g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish fillet 3/4 tsp lemon pepper 1 tbsp butter 1 medium shallot, sliced 2 tsp mustard seeds 2/3 C. chicken broth 1 tsp Dijon mustard

3 1/2 tsp cornstarch 1 tbsp chopped dill 1 tbsp lemon juice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 400 F. Grease a baking pan with a cooking spray. Season the fish fillets with lemon pepper and salt. Place them in the baking pan. Place the pan in the oven and let them cook for 9 min. Place a small pan over medium heat. Heat in it the butter until it melts. Cook in it the mustard seeds with shallot for 2 to 3 min. Pour the mixture into a mixing bowl. 7. Add to it the cornstarch with broth. Mix them well. Pour the mixture back into the pan. Let them cook until the sauce becomes thick. 8. Stir in the dill and adjust the seasoning of the sauce. 9. Place the salmon fillets on serving plates. Drizzle the mustard sauce then serve them right away. 10. Enjoy.

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True Dijon Catfish

Kathy’s

Kitchen Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 260.3 Fat 13.3g Cholesterol 93.2mg Sodium 614.1mg Carbohydrates 10.5g Protein 24.9g

Ingredients 2 tbsp butter 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 C. celery, chopped 1/2 C. green bell pepper, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1 (28 oz.) cans diced tomatoes 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp paprika 1 bay leaf 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp thyme leaves 1/4 tsp Tabasco sauce hot cooked rice

Directions 1. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat the butter. Cook in it the onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic for 8 min. 2. Stir in the tomatoes, lemon zest and juice, Worcestershire, paprika, bay leaf, salt, thyme and Tabasco. Let them cook for 16 min. 3. Lay the fish fillets on top. Put on the lid and let them cook for 16 min over low heat. 4. Adjust the seasoning of your fish stew then serve it warm. 5. Enjoy.

Kathy’s Kitchen Catfish

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MONTANA

Food Truck Tacos

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 23 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 295.7 Fat 14.2g Cholesterol 33.0mg Sodium 142.5mg Carbohydrates 30.8g Protein 12.4g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish fillet 3 tbsp lime juice 1/4 C. mayonnaise 1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce 2 1/2 C. cabbage, shredded 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning 1/4 C. cornmeal

1/4 C. flour 1/4 C. vegetable oil 16 corn tortillas lime wedge hot pepper sauce

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the lime juice, mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce. Stir in the cabbage. 2. Slice the fish fillets into 1 inch strips. Sprinkle over the Cajun seasoning. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the flour with cornmeal. Stir in them the fish pieces. 4. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it the oil. 5. Lay in it the fish fillets and let them cook for 3 to 4 min on each side. 6. Heat the tortillas in the microwave. Place them on a serving plate. 7. Divide between them the fish followed by the cabbage slaw. Drizzle over them some hot pepper sauce. 8. Serve your tacos right away with your other favorite toppings. 9. Enjoy.

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Montana Food Truck Tacos

Beale Street

Catfish with Creole Aioli

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 383.5 Fat 22.1g Cholesterol 17.1mg Sodium 787.8mg Carbohydrates 45.0g Protein 5.7g

Ingredients 1 C. yellow cornmeal 1 tbsp paprika 1 tsp cayenne pepper 3/4 C. buttermilk 1 tbsp hot sauce salt ground black pepper peanut oil

Aioli 1 C. mayonnaise 1/4 C. creole mustard 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 lemon, juiced 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp paprika

Directions 1. To prepare the fish: 2. Before you do anything, preheat the air fryer to 375 F. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Combine in it the cornmeal, paprika and cayenne. Mix the hot sauce with buttermilk. 4. Sprinkle some salt and pepper all over the fish fillets. Dip them and coat them with the buttermilk mixture. 5. Place some of the fish fillets in the hot oil gently and cook them for 3 to 4 min until they become golden brown. 6. Drain the fillets and place them on paper towels. Repeat the process with the remaining fillets. 7. To prepare the sauce: 8. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk all the sauce ingredients. 9. Serve your fried fillet hot with the aioli sauce. Enjoy.

Beale Street Catfish with Creole Aioli

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CAST IRON

Catfish

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 1669.8 Fat 142.2g Cholesterol 144.2mg Sodium 1126.3mg Carbohydrates 84.3g Protein 17.2g

Ingredients 6 medium catfish fillets 2 C. flour, divided 1/2 C. yellow cornmeal 1/4 tsp garlic salt 1/2 tsp dried thyme 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp table salt

1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp dried fennel 2 large eggs 1 C. buttermilk 2 C. Crisco shortening

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

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Pat the fish fillets dry. Dust them with 1 C. of flour then let them sit for 60 min. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it the shortening. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk in it the eggs with buttermilk and lemon juice. Get a shallow plate: Mix the remaining flour with cornmeal, garlic salt, thyme, table salt, baking soda, and fennel. Submerge the fish fillets in the eggs mixture then coat them with the flour mix. Place the fillets in the hot pan. Cook them for 3 to 5 min on each side until they become golden brown. Drain the fish fillets then serve them with your favorite toppings. Enjoy.

Cast Iron Catfish

Oven Fried Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 586.1 Fat 34.3g Cholesterol 205.8mg Sodium 554.0mg Carbohydrates 24.5g Protein 43.3g

Ingredients 1/2 C. sliced almonds 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp instant minced onion 2 lbs. catfish fillets 1 egg

1/2 C. milk 1 tsp Cajun spices 1/4 C. butter, melted 1 C. dry breadcrumbs

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 500 F. Slice the fish fillets into medium sized pieces. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the egg with milk, Cajun spice, onion black pepper and salt. Get a plate: Spread in it the breadcrumbs with almonds. Submerge the fish pieces in the milk mixture the coat them with the breadcrumbs mix. Lay them on a greased baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter on top. Place the fish pan in the oven and let it cook for 11 to 13 min. Serve them warm. Enjoy.

Oven Fried Catfish

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CATFISH

Saturdays

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 290.8 Fat 11.9g Cholesterol 141.6mg Sodium 190.9mg Carbohydrates 14.1g Protein 29.7g

Ingredients 4 (6 oz.) catfish fillets 1 C. crushed hot jalapeno potato chips (or any spicy chips) 3 dashes black pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp paprika 1/2 C. flour

1 egg, beaten 3 tbsp milk

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 375 F. 2. Clean the fish fillets with some water and pat them dry. 3. Get a plate; combine on it the crushed potato chips, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika or ancho, and flour. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Whisk the milk with an egg. 5. Coat a baking sheet with some oil. Season the fish fillets with some salt and pepper. 6. Submerge the fish fillets in the milk mixture the coat them with the chips mixture. 7. Lay them on the greased baking pan. Place it in the oven and let them cook for 32 to 36 min. 8. Serve your crunchy fillets warm with your favorite toppings. 9. Enjoy.

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Catfish Saturdays

Thibedeoux

Chowder

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 361.0 Fat 20.1g Cholesterol 82.6mg Sodium 721.1mg Carbohydrates 20.0g Protein 24.3g

Ingredients 2 tbsp butter 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 (14 oz.) cans chicken broth 1 C. water 1/2 C. chopped celery 1 C. sliced baby carrots 2 medium potatoes, cubed 3 C. milk, divided

1/3 C. flour 1 tsp celery salt 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground pepper 1 1/2 lbs. catfish fillets, cut into pieces 1 1/2 C. shredded cheddar cheese

Directions 1. Place a large soup pot over medium heat. Heat in it the butter. Cook in it the onion for 3 min. 2. Stir in the water with broth, potatoes, carrots and celery. Let them cook for 11 min. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Mix in 1 1/2 C. of milk and all of flour until no lumps are found. 4. Stir the mixture into the pot. 5. Get a mixing bowl: Stir in it the milk, celery salt, salt, and pepper. Add it to the pot and let them cook for 12 min. 6. Add the catfish to the soup and let them cook for 6 min. Stir in the cheddar cheese and let them cook for an extra 6 min. 7. Adjust the seasoning of your chowder then serve it hot. Garnish it with some shredded cheese. 8. Enjoy.

Thibedeoux Chowder

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A BATON ROUGE

Fish Fry

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 195.9 Fat 15.1g Cholesterol 36.9mg Sodium 74.0mg Carbohydrates 1.9g Protein 13.1g

Ingredients 1 lb. catfish fillet 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning 1 tsp thyme 1/3 C. pecans, chopped 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated

1 tbsp dry breadcrumbs 1 tbsp parsley, chopped

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 425 F. Grease a baking pan with a cooking spray. Place it aside. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the oil, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice and thyme. Coat the fish fillets with half of the Cajun mixture. Get a mixing bowl: Mix in it the breadcrumbs, chopped pecans, parsley, parmesan cheese and the remaining half of the Cajun mixture. 6. Spoon the mixture over the fish fillets and spread it. Place the pan in the oven and let them cook for 11 to 16 min. 7. Serve your crusted fish fillets hot. 8. Enjoy.

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A Baton Rouge Fish Fry

Flame Broiled

Catfish at Home

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 22 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 177.1 Fat 9.8g Cholesterol 14.8mg Sodium 614.6mg Carbohydrates 17.8g Protein 5.4g

Ingredients 3 C. corn flakes cereal, crushed 2/3 C. grated parmesan cheese 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 C. mayonnaise 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce catfish fillet

1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning vegetable oil cooking spray 3 tbsp chopped parsley lemon wedge

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven broiler. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the cereal with parmesan cheese, paprika and salt. 3. Season the catfish fillets and season them with Cajun seasoning. Coat them with the cereal mixture. 4. Lay the fish fillets on a foil lined up rack. Spray them with a cooking spray. 5. Place it in the oven and let them cook for 6 to 7 min. 6. Serve your fish fillets hot right away with your favorite toppings. 7. Enjoy.

Flame Broiled Catfish at Home

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ROASTED

Nutty Dijon Catfish

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 279.8 Fat 18.2g Cholesterol 74.7mg Sodium 168.7mg Carbohydrates 3.2g Protein 25.9g

Ingredients 4 catfish fillets 2 -3 tbsp Dijon mustard 4 lemon wedges 2 tbsp chives, chopped

1/3 C. pecan halves, toasted, chopped salt and pepper

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Before you do anything, preheat the oven broiler. Set the oven rack, 6 inches away from the oven broiler. Sprinkle some salt and pepper all over the fish fillets. Place them on a baking pan. Spread on top of them the mustard. Place the fillets pan in the oven. Let them cook for 6 min. 5. Sprinkle the chives and pecans on top. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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Roasted Nutty Dijon Catfish

Jamaican Catfish

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 281.5 Fat 12.9g Cholesterol 74.7mg Sodium 332.1mg Carbohydrates 13.1g Protein 26.9g

Ingredients 4 catfish fillets 2 tbsp low-fat margarine 1/4 C. green pepper, chopped 4 tbsp onions, chopped 1/4 C. chopped almonds 1/2 C. fresh breadcrumb 1/4 tsp oregano 4 tbsp lime juice 1 tbsp coriander, chopped 1/4 tsp salt

2 C. water 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 bay leaf 1 tsp red pepper flakes lime peel

Directions 1. Before you do anything, preheat the oven to 400 F. 2. Place a pan over medium heat. Heat in it the butter. Cook in it 2 tbsp of green onion with green pepper. 3. Let them cook for 3 min. Stir in the almonds with breadcrumbs, oregano, 1 tbsp of lime juice, coriander and salt. 4. Combine them well and cook them for 1 min to make the filling. Turn off the heat. 5. Lay the catfish fillets on a baking tray. Divide the filling between the fish fillets and roll and secure them with a toothpick. 6. Get a casserole dish. Stir in it 2 tbsp of onion, water, garlic, bay leaf, red pepper and remaining 3 tbsp lime juice. 7. Spread the mixture in the casserole dish. Place the fish rolls on top of it. 8. Place the catfish casserole in the oven. Let them cook for 32 to 36 min. 9. Serve your catfish casserole warm with some rice. Enjoy. Jamaican Catfish

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CREOLE

Seasoning

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 20 Calories 16 kcal Fat < 0.4 g Carbohydrates < 3.4g Protein 0.7 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 1048 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps onion powder 2 tbsps garlic powder 2 tbsps dried oregano 2 tbsps dried basil 1 tbsp dried thyme 1 tbsp black pepper

1 tbsp white pepper 1 tbsp cayenne pepper 5 tbsps paprika 3 tbsps salt

Directions 1. Get a bowl, combine: salt, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, oregano, white pepper, thyme, black pepper, and basil. 2. Stir the spices evenly then place them in a shaker or spice container. 3. Enjoy.

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Creole Seasoning

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